The Coolidge Award is an annual celebration that honors a film artist who consistently creates challenging and original work, thereby expanding the boundaries of cinema. Launched in 2004, previous honorees are Chinese director Zhang Yimou (RAISE THE RED LANTERN, HERO) and Italian cinematographer Vittorio Storaro (APOCALYPSE NOW, LAST TANGO IN PARIS), and iconic American actress, Meryl Streep (SOPHIE'S CHOICE, ADAPTATION). This year we honor one of cinema's greatest behind-the-scenes talents, film editor Thelma Schoonmaker. A three-time Academy Award winner, Ms. Schoonmaker is best known for work on director Martin Scorsese's films, including Raging Bull, The Aviator and The Departed.

2007 Award Events:

Weds, April 11 @ 8:00
COOLIDGE AWARD CEREMONY
with Thelma Schoonmaker, screenwriter William Monahan, film composer Howard Shore, and other guests in person. Tickets $35 general public / $30 Coolidge Members

Thurs, April 12 starting @ 7:00
THE DEPARTED: Film Panel and Discussion
With Ms. Schoonmaker and screenwriter William Monahan in person. Moderated by Rolling Stone film critic Peter Travers. Tickets $20 general public / $15 Coolidge Members